Akwara - Harraiya, Basti
Akwara is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Akwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akwara is 179811. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.13 hectares and falls under the 272161 pincode.
Akwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akwara
According to the 2011 Census, Akwara village had a total population of 1,186 people, including 614 males and 572 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.78%, with male literacy at 88.59% and female literacy at 63.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,186 | 614 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 88 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 466 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 148 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Akwara
Akwara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Akwara
Akwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Akwara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Akwara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Akwara
Where is Akwara located?
Akwara village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akwara?
Akwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akwara?
The pincode of Akwara is 272161.
What is the population of Akwara?
Akwara had a total population of 1,186, including 614 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Akwara?
Akwara had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akwara was 76.78%. Male literacy was 88.59% and female literacy was 63.99%.